Magnetic micromachines for medical applications

The spiral-type magnetic micromachine can swim in a liquid and in a gel. In addition, this machine has a function of heating. This machine is suitable for local heat treatment in the body. The active bending is obtained by attached tiny magnet at the tip of the guide-wire. This is simple and useful...

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Published in:Journal of magnetism and magnetic materials 2002-04, Vol.242 (I), p.41-46
Main Authors: Ishiyama, K., Sendoh, M., Arai, K.I.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Hard magnetic materials
Magnetic field
Magnetic torque
Medical applications
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Summary:The spiral-type magnetic micromachine can swim in a liquid and in a gel. In addition, this machine has a function of heating. This machine is suitable for local heat treatment in the body. The active bending is obtained by attached tiny magnet at the tip of the guide-wire. This is simple and useful for inserting the catheter to the lung or to the blood tube.
ISSN:0304-8853
DOI:10.1016/S0304-8853(01)01181-7